Question

Fill in the blanks with the right choice of words.

According to Hume, it is not logic that determines what we say and do; if we decide to help a person in need, we do so because of our ____ not our ____.

• A. consciousness - emotions
• B. duty - rights
• C. feelings - reason
• D. beliefs - covictions
• E. concern - kindness

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

feelings - reason

The word 'feelings', which refers to an emotional state or reaction, best fits the context of the first blank whereas 'reason' which refers to logicbefits the context of the second blank. Thus C is the answer - it befits the context and conveys the required meaning.

According to Hume, it is not logic that determines what we say and do; if we decide to help a person in need, we do so because of our feelings not our reason.

None of the other options befit the context.